Emergency Snow Operations Operator

Virginia Department of Transportation; Louisa (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is seeking a seasonal worker to support storm preparation and snow removal operations. The role involves standby for call-ins and performing heavy manual labor and equipment operation. You will operate medium and heavy equipment and follow safety procedures.

This position requires flexibility to work day or night shifts and to pass pre-employment screenings. The job emphasizes teamwork, adherence to DOT/VDOT policies, and the ability to perform

Qualifications

• Must possess CDL and DOT medical card.
• Ability to operate medium and heavy equipment such as dump trucks, front‑end loaders, motor graders and backhoes.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor including standing, bending and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in snow/ice removal on roadways and respond to weather emergencies.
• Operate equipment such as dump trucks and loaders; perform debris removal.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment used for snow removal.
• Stand-by for call-in seasonal work related to storm preparation and execution.

Skills

Heavy equipment

CDL proficiency

Follow instructions

Job description

Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is seeking a seasonal worker to support storm preparation and snow removal operations. The role involves standby for call-ins and performing heavy manual labor and equipment operation. You will operate medium and heavy equipment and follow safety procedures.

This position requires flexibility to work day or night shifts and to pass pre-employment screenings. The job emphasizes teamwork, adherence to DOT/VDOT policies, and the ability to perform